N-903-554-05 Genuine VW/Audi Clutch Release Bearing Guide Sleeve Bolt

Genuine VW/Audi clutch release bearing guide sleeve bolt, part number N-903-554-05. This original M7 x 14 fastener secures the separate throwout bearing guide sleeve to the transmission housing at its assigned position in the original clutch-release arrangement below. It is supplied individually for guide sleeve or related clutch service.

Technical details

• Original number: N-903-554-05 / N90355405.
• Published nominal size: M7 x 14.
• Internal multi-point drive in the pictured socket head.
• Specified application: release bearing guide sleeve-to-transmission housing attachment.
• One bolt supplied. Guide sleeve, seals, release bearing and other clutch hardware are separate.

The guide sleeve provides the assigned sliding location for the release bearing in this clutch arrangement. Correct retaining hardware keeps the sleeve seated against the transmission housing. This bolt does not replace the guide sleeve itself or the separate pressure plate and flywheel fasteners.

Clutch-release arrangements differ across transmissions. Match the original number, actual gearbox and guide sleeve attachment before ordering. This listing supplies one fastener rather than a guide sleeve kit or complete clutch-release assembly.

Common reasons to replace

Inspect this bolt when the guide sleeve is removed during clutch or transmission service. Renew mounting hardware whenever the applicable factory or approved component procedure calls for replacement.

Replace damaged threads, a worn internal drive, deformation, missing hardware or corrosion that prevents reliable installation. Earlier service may leave an incorrect substitute or a fastener damaged by an unsuitable drive tool.

Inspect the guide sleeve mounting face and transmission housing threads alongside the bolt. A new fastener cannot repair a worn sleeve surface, a damaged release bearing, a cracked mounting point or stripped housing threads.

Clutch release noise, rough operation or incomplete release requires diagnosis of the bearing, sleeve, fork and associated release components. Replacing the bolt alone does not correct those component faults. Repair the confirmed defect and restore the complete mounting arrangement.

Installation and service notes

Follow the factory clutch-release and transmission procedure for the exact gearbox. Identify the separate guide sleeve and its prescribed mounting fasteners before assembly. Check the compatibility of any replacement guide sleeve with the original transmission.

Inspect the housing threads, sleeve contact face and related seals. Position the sleeve correctly and start the assigned bolt by hand without cross-threading. Do not use tightening force to pull a misaligned sleeve into position.

Use the correctly sized drive tool fully engaged in the socket head. Follow the required tightening sequence and factory torque for the exact guide sleeve attachment, together with the specified thread preparation.

Do not transfer a tightening value from the pressure plate, flywheel, slave cylinder or an unrelated M7 fastener. Follow the applicable hardware replacement requirements and the instructions for any approved replacement guide sleeve.

If the fastener does not seat normally, inspect sleeve alignment, bolt selection and thread condition before continuing. Correct damaged contact surfaces or housing threads before completing the connection.

Complete the required clutch-release assembly and operating checks after service. Confirm the release components are correctly located and assembled before refitting the transmission. This listing supplies one original bolt; obtain the remaining guide sleeve and clutch hardware separately.

Fitment

Confirm original N90355405 and the actual guide sleeve/transmission arrangement before ordering. One bolt supplied.